Clinical Nutrition Supervisory Dietitian

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Supervisory Dietitian (Clinical Nutrition) to lead the nutrition section, align activities with the medical center mission, and coordinate with services, units, clinics, and the local community.

Responsibilities include regulatory compliance, strategic planning, supervision of Dietitians, and ensuring quality nutrition care across programs. A strong leadership background and RDN credential are required.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required or eligible as per 38 U.S.C. § 7407(a).
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• RDN credential required; non-credentialed path available with temporary appointment.
• ACEND-accredited program experience and verification for RDN eligibility (for non-credentialed path).
• Foreign education must be evaluated to meet ACEND International standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory leadership for the Clinical Nutrition section.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory authorities.
• Coordinate section activities with other services, units, clinics and local community.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable plans and monitor progress.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Policy writing

Negotiation

Supervisory experience

Written communication

Education

RDN credential (CDR)

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Supervisory Dietitian (Clinical Nutrition) to lead the nutrition section, align activities with the medical center mission, and coordinate with services, units, clinics, and the local community.

Responsibilities include regulatory compliance, strategic planning, supervision of Dietitians, and ensuring quality nutrition care across programs. A strong leadership background and RDN credential are required.